1969 Opel Commodore vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1987 Opel Monza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Monza weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Commodore | 1987 Opel Monza | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Commodore | Monza |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |